Machful Indra Kurniawan
Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

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Active Respiratory Simulation Transforms Conceptual Biological Mastery Within Primary Education: Simulasi Pernapasan Aktif Mentransformasi Penguasaan Biologis Konseptual Pada Pendidikan Dasar Abil A’la At-Thoriiq; Machful Indra Kurniawan
Indonesian Journal of Education Methods Development Vol. 21 No. 2 (2026): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/ijemd.v21i2.1107

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General Background: Science instruction in elementary schools requires concrete pedagogical approaches to facilitate active exploration and understanding of natural phenomena. Specific Background: Teaching abstract physiological processes, such as the human respiratory mechanism, traditionally relies on verbal lectures and textbooks, leading to passive memorization and low academic comprehension. Knowledge Gap: While general anatomical models are widely recognized, limited empirical research investigates how utilizing highly accessible materials—like balloons and plastic straws—as hands-on simulation tools specifically advances higher-order cognitive analysis in fifth-grade classrooms. Aims: This classroom action research investigates the application of accessible respiratory models to advance elementary students' cognitive learning outcomes regarding human breathing mechanisms at SDN Tunggal Pager. Results: Conducted across two cycles with 20 participants, the intervention shifted instruction from teacher demonstration to independent exploration, elevating the average assessment score from a pre-cycle baseline of 78.4 to 97.7 in the final cycle, achieving 100% classical completion. Novelty: The pedagogical approach distinctly maps the physical manipulation of familiar, low-cost materials directly to Bloom's taxonomy, successfully pushing student capabilities from basic recall to complex causal analysis of diaphragm movements. Implications: Integrating accessible experiential tools provides educators with a practical strategy to convert passive instruction into meaningful knowledge construction without relying on expensive laboratory facilities. Highlights: Accessible balloon and straw models successfully convert abstract physiological processes into concrete experiential learning. Shifting instruction from teacher demonstrations to independent exploration maximizes class-wide assessment scores. Physical manipulation of familiar objects directly advances analytical thinking capabilities regarding human anatomy. Keywords: Classroom Action Research, Experiential Pedagogy, Higher Order Thinking, Anatomical Models, Concrete Learning Tools
Development of the E-Comic "Four Children with Great Stories" as a Medium for Instilling National Cultural Character Values for Elementary School Students: Pengembangan E – Comic “Empat Anak dengan Cerita Hebat” sebagai Media Penanaman Nilai Karakter Budaya Bangsa bagi Siswa Sekolah Dasar Itqon Tsaqif; Machful Indra Kurniawan
Indonesian Journal of Education Methods Development Vol. 21 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/ijemd.v21i1.1119

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General Background: Digital transformation in education requires innovative learning media that can connect formal learning with character education for elementary school students. Specific Background: E-comic media provides a visual and narrative format for presenting cultural and moral values through stories that are accessible to children. Knowledge Gap: Existing e-comic development has addressed various learning materials and character-related themes, while an integrated e-comic focusing on national cultural character values through contextual environmental and social stories remains relevant for development. Aims: This study aimed to develop an interactive e-comic entitled “Empat Anak dengan Cerita Hebat” as a learning medium for instilling national cultural character values among elementary school students. Results: The developed e-comic consists of 81 pages and integrates five main character values: mutual cooperation, creativity, tolerance, love of peace, and appreciation of achievement. The story presents environmental problems, waste management, recycling activities, social collaboration, character interactions, and reflective activities. The media was developed using Canva and provides visual navigation through digital devices connected to the internet. Novelty: The product integrates visual storytelling, national cultural character values, environmental themes, and digital learning within an interdisciplinary learning medium applicable to Pancasila Education, Social Studies, and Indonesian Language. Implications: The e-comic can serve as supplementary learning material and a reference for teachers in implementing character education through innovative digital media at the elementary school level. Key Findings Highlights The e-comic integrates five core character values through a contextual environmental storyline. The 81-page digital medium combines storytelling, visual interaction, and reflective activities for elementary learners. The product connects character education with Pancasila Education, Social Studies, and Indonesian Language learning. Keywords : E-Comic, Character Education, National Culture, Digital Learning Media, Elementary Education